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Region 2 Event Calendar

Event:
July ~ October, 2010
 
The Workforce Development Partnership is offering career planning workshops and services this month. There is no fee, preregistration is required.

 

Workforce Development Center, 600 South Pierce Avenue, Mason City

Workplace Essentials ~   August 2 - 6,  Aug 30 - Sept 3, Sept 27 - Oct 1:   8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - This 5 day workshop will cover Assessment and Learning Styles, Emotional Smarts (EQ), Informed Thinking, Communication, the Culture of Work, and Balancing Work and Family. For more information and/or to register please call Janice at (641) 422-1515.

Workforce Development Center, 600 South Pierce Avenue, Mason City

Assessment ~ July 13, July 29, Aug 17, Aug 26, Sept 14 or Oct 12 : 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - This day includes an interest inventory and aptitude test to help participants decide which career track to pursue.  To register call (641) 422-1524.

Workforce Development Center, 600 South Pierce Avenue, Mason City Your Successful Job Search (Job Seeking Skills) ~ July 14 - 16,  *Aug 18 - 19, Sept 15 - 17 or Oct 13 - 15:  9:00 a.m. a.m.-3:00 p.m. - Three days will be spent on developing resumes, filling out applications and brushing up on interviewing skills.  *Two day class to be  held 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.   Call (641) 422-1524 to register.
 
GED and Adult Basic Education classes are held Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00  to 3:30 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.    Contact the instructors in person or by telephone during class times at (641) 422-1523 for more information. 
 
Iowa Career Access Point (ICAP)  If you are unemployed or underemployed and don’t have access to the local IWD office during office hours, visit an ICAP!  An Iowa Career Access Point (ICAP) is a partnership between Iowa Workforce Development and local faith- or community-based organization to help people search for jobs, create a resume and cover letter, or provide referrals to community agencies and resources.  All are welcome!  The ICAP has trained volunteers are ready to assist you. 
 

Forest City

            Forest City Public Library 

            115 East L Street 

           

            Monday – Thursday:  10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

            Friday:  10:00 AM to 6:00 PM          

            Saturday:  10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 

            Contact:  Christa Cosgriff, Library Director, 641 585-4542


Lake Mills

            Lake Mills Public Library 

            102 South Lake Street

           

            Monday – Thursday:  10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 to 7:00 PM

            Friday:  10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 to 6:00 PM          

            Saturday:  10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 

 

 

 

For more information about ICAPs, log on to www.iowaworkforce.org/icap

 
  


State of Iowa Advantage Program Site

IowaWorks, North Iowa has a Skills Development area available year-round, Monday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Staff is available to direct customers to computer software, publications and Internet sites that can help you research careers, schools, communities and obtain information regarding current workforce trends.

 

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